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Keane
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Keane (name) means an Irish surname. Example: “Roy Keane is one of the most famous footballers to carry the name Keane.”
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An Irish surname.
"Roy Keane is one of the most famous footballers to carry the name Keane."
How to use Keane
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn Irish surname, historically meaning "descendant of Cathán."
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Word forms
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Etymology
Likely from the Irish surname Ó Catháin, meaning "descendant of Cathán."
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What does “Keane” mean?
The word “Keane” means an Irish surname. In plain terms, an Irish surname, historically meaning "descendant of Cathán.".
How do you pronounce “Keane”?
“Keane” is pronounced keen (/kiːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Keane” in a sentence?
Here is “Keane” used in a sentence: “Roy Keane is one of the most famous footballers to carry the name Keane.”
What part of speech is “Keane”?
“Keane” is a name.
Where does the word “Keane” come from?
The word “Keane” comes from Irish. Likely from the Irish surname Ó Catháin, meaning "descendant of Cathán.".
Is “Keane” a common word?
“Keane” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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